https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 24 May 2026 08:19:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1871380 Sat, 23 Dec 2017 00:13:59 +0000 Sal 1871380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Smittie - quite possibly a fly!!&nbsp; Summer styling is so much easier for me than winter styling (I think it is because I love pattern and it is easier to incorporate in summer than winter).</p> <p>Thanks JAileen - I love the kimono too - I have only worn it the once so far but plan to pull it out a bit especially in the evenings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1871204 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 16:15:29 +0000 JAileen 1871204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although they're all great outfits, I especially love your kimono jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1871190 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 15:57:17 +0000 Angie 1871190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go Team HOT WEATHER. Please send some over.....don't like all the ice on my car.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870993 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 02:49:42 +0000 Anonymous 1870993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It mustbve been a fly in #4!<br /> Your summer style is Amazing! You’ve really got it down.<br /> I love the kimono look (tres chic!) and the straw hat look.<br /> The white/cream shoes are great!<br /> Your sunnies suit you very well. I love the shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870938 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 01:07:07 +0000 Dianna 1870938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous round, Sal, you have a fantastic summer style, fun and playful.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870930 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 00:17:26 +0000 Sal 1870930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for that link, they look perfect actually!!&nbsp; And fairly easy to buy online too.&nbsp; Thank you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870917 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 23:53:25 +0000 Brooklyn 1870917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is beautiful Sally, thanks :)</p> <p>A blue skirt would be lovely. I think you will be able to find one pretty easily. I would like an olive green one, but haven't found the right shade and length yet.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bamboobody.com.au/softline-ruched-bamboo-skirt">http://www.bamboobody.com.au/s.....mboo-skirt</a><br />&nbsp;<br />I am not sure whether a body suit would work for me. I am very long in the torso. My experience with them in the past is that they tend to cut in right where it's not comfortable! But I could try a coloured bra with the top. I like with yours the fact that the straps match the top and are very sleek (not lacey). I will give this some thought next time I get tempted by a halter neckline!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870912 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 23:45:39 +0000 Sal 1870912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Brooklyn.&nbsp; I have attached a beautiful pohutukawa flower here (NZ Christmas flower) for you and wishing you a peaceful relaxing holiday period with lots of walks with Ms Brooklyn:)&nbsp; This is the flower on the blouse.</p> <p>No I don't have a tube skirt but I think one in a blue could be a great addition for my wardrobe.&nbsp; And I agree ruched!!</p> <p>With the bodysuit I think it is finding the right one (mine was a Heidi Klum for Bendon but I think an older range).&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870906 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 23:37:10 +0000 Brooklyn 1870906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Merry Christmas to you Sally! I am sorry about your MIL. I have also had a lot going personally and professionally in the last few months and am feeling very spent. I am looking forward to the holiday break.</p> <p>You are looking fab as usual. I like what you have done with the coral top. Very clever! Makes me think about that type of neckline again (which seems to be very on trend). I like it but always rule it out because of the bra issue.</p> <p>I also really like the way you have accessorised the last outfit. And with the nail polish!&nbsp;</p> <p>Love no 4.</p> <p>With the top in 3, do you have any tube skirts? They are my go to for casual summer wear and I think that top with sandals and a nice long pendant would look great worn with it. I like the ruched tube skirts. They tend to have fewer VPL issues. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870904 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 23:33:53 +0000 Sal 1870904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Katerina, and welcome to the forum!!</p> <p>Thank you Angie, it has been hot and humid (but like you, I enjoy it)</p> <p>Approprio - yes we are all out of sync at the&nbsp; moment.&nbsp; &nbsp;I give you permission to put up summer pics in our wet soggy foggy winters.</p> <p>Under the dress and the coral tank top I am wearing a bodysuit.&nbsp; I can't find it online now but it is supportive and shaped.&nbsp; The coral tank is quite sheer and the dress a bit gapey so this solution really works for me.&nbsp; It means wearing one rather than three undergarments and I find many camisoles/layering tanks ride up and I am constantly readjusting straps, how they sit at the waist etc.&nbsp; I have a dark aubergine and an orange one in this style (that provides good bra support), and a black and coral one in a style where I do need to wear a bra underneath. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870861 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 22:17:42 +0000 Katerina 1870861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely summer outfits! You look very pretty. I especially like no 1, 2 and 4. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870826 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 21:14:22 +0000 Angie 1870826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm back.</p> <p>I vote KILLER all round. If you can look <i>this</i> good in hectic heat - you have it going on.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sal,</b> my faves are #1, 4 and 5.&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870780 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 19:06:56 +0000 approprio 1870780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's wet and foggy here. Thank you for a blast of summer air, I guess :P</p> <p>Seriously, you look lovely here. Might not be for everyone, but I like the halter neck over the colourful bra top. Makes a nice line. Good to hear you had a good year!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870776 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 18:57:05 +0000 Sal 1870776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Sisi!!</p> <p>Suz- I think the kimono might work with a black sheath- or maybe even a midi dress in an arty way. The new blouse would be great with white jeans but maybe not MY white jeans as they suit longer layers. I will try though.</p> <p>Lovely to see you Diane and thank you!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870655 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 14:50:11 +0000 Sisi 1870655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So many wonderful outfits, you look fab in all ot them.&nbsp;The kimono is beautiful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870644 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:59:04 +0000 Suz 1870644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal, you look wonderful. Casual, yes, but always considered and fresh. I like the new pieces. The top in #3 is pretty on you. You can wear it with the white jeans, too, no? And did you try with the skirt in 5 for a subtle pattern mix?&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the kimono, too. (Well, I would, wouldn't I? It's blue and white, for heaven's sake!) Anyway, you absolutely can wear that with a dress. I got one last summer and found it worked well with jeans/ trousers and dresses (sheath or shift is best but yours is a bit shorter so might be easier to boss around as a topper with dresses.)&nbsp;</p> <p>Wishing you a happy, restful holiday and much joy in the year ahead.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870611 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 12:31:53 +0000 Anonymous 1870611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great Summer&nbsp;Style Sal. Lovely range of silhouettes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870571 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 08:29:11 +0000 Sal 1870571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Lyn.&nbsp; I love these shoes too ( they are pretty high but have a good solid heel).&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870561 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 07:51:16 +0000 lyn67 1870561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, summer!:-) Aren't they all great outfits but I adore to see you in coral Sal, nr 5 on the right is my super fave-love those ankle straps, too, little bit different (more edgy) than others! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870558 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 07:44:38 +0000 Sal 1870558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie.&nbsp; I find summer style so much easier than winter. although I did make some progress this winter.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Jenn - my favourite look was the A line too and I must repeat this one again.&nbsp; The chevron dress is fun, but not my favourite look.&nbsp; But every now and then it is just right.</p> <p>Shevia - thank you.&nbsp; I like the hat too and wear it a lot.&nbsp; The work look is simple and easy and will be repeated again several times this summer.&nbsp; I don't like this shirt layered funnily enough so I need to wear it in the hot period.</p> <p>Anne - the striped dress is so easy - I can imagine you wearing one similar actually.&nbsp; Perfect for hot summer days.</p> <p>Fashintern - thank you.&nbsp; I do have one dress that I think of as Christmassy (white with large red flowers but it is not pictured here).&nbsp; I think I was moving in the photo and maybe moving a hair out of my lipgloss or something like that - I didn't notice until after posting then it made me laugh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870540 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 05:13:07 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1870540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was hoping you or some of the other southerners would post. It was 80 here today, and I wanted to dress Christmassy, couldn’t figure out how. Not that these looks are Christmas-like, but you always balance classy and (summer) fun, which is nice to see and helpful. </p> <p>You and I can be dress sisters or something like that. I like to wear dresses similar to what you have on here, and you look great in them. The chevron is especially nice. I like your hat too. </p> <p>Photo 4, lol. I hadn’t noticed, but now that you mention it, are you covering up a laugh or cleaning your teeth? Whatever it is, that kimono jacket is great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870515 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:48:04 +0000 anne 1870515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great summer looks Sal. I think my favourite is the striped&nbsp; dress and the first outfit in picture 2. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870514 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:44:49 +0000 Jaime 1870514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks - I especially like the work look in #2 and the skirt look in #5. Nice hat too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870509 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:33:55 +0000 Jenn 1870509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have awesome summer style. I really like that A-line skirt, but the chevron dress looks fantastically cool and comfortable for a hot day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870507 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:29:42 +0000 Angie 1870507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to run - need to grab supper - but wanted to chime in quickly to say that you have FABULOUS Summer style, <b>Sal</b>. I'll be back to comment in more detail later. You expression in #4 is adorable.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-summer-outings-new-and-old#post-1870486 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 02:23:17 +0000 Sal 1870486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi all my lovely forum friends</p> <p>I have added some new pieces recently and being mid-summer, life has been more social, mostly in a casual way.&nbsp; The more dressy occasions I have forgotten to take photos but there have been repeats of some fast fall back options that I created.</p> <p>Here are some of the days I have taken photos.</p> <p>1)&nbsp; Rewearing my chevron dress with different shoes.&nbsp; Working from home on another hot day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>2)&nbsp; Look 1 - off to work in the office.&nbsp; I have to wear covered shoes in the office.&nbsp; Look 2 - going to watch cricket so very casual.&nbsp; We sat under a tree and enjoyed a relaxing morning.</p> <p>3)&nbsp; A new top that has a pohutukawa print on it.&nbsp; I really liked it with these jeans.&nbsp; I will also wear with denim shorts but I am not sure what else it will work with (open to ideas).&nbsp; I could wear it off the shoulder but the straight line across my shoulders is not my best look.&nbsp; Worn to work (we are very casual).</p> <p>4)&nbsp; A new kimono jacket.&nbsp; Outfit worn to an end of year school prizegiving.&nbsp; While the kimono is new the rest of the outfit has been seen (many) times before.&nbsp; I also plan to wear the kimono with jeans and black pants.&nbsp; It may even work over a dress or skirt.</p> <p>5) Look 1 is a new dress worn to work from home on a very very hot day. Look 2 is out for a Thai meal on a humid and hot evening. All repeats and nothing new this year - I liked the proportions though. A good friend is leaving town sadly though so it was a slightly bittersweet occasion.</p> </p> <p>6) Styling the tee dress in a more dressy way for a coffee meet up with some friends.&nbsp; I rarely wear this necklace but I liked it with the monochrome.</p> <p>Of these pieces the striped tee-shirt dress, the coral tank, the floral A line skirt, the chevron tunic, the navy kimono and the pohutukawa top are all sewn by my friend over the last 8 years&nbsp; The A line skirt is the oldest, and the newest ones were added two weeks ago!!</p> <p>The end of 2016 and the start of 2017 were hard times for me personally with the passing of my Mother in Law, my Mum being hospitalised for over a month, some business stresses and challenges, and the world seemed a tough place for a while with natural and political disasters.&nbsp; While the political and environmental landscape is still very tough for many people, personally and professionally my situation has improved.&nbsp; But I know 2017 has been a hard year for many.</p> <p>Thanks to you all - I do appreciate the support, fun, fashion and style advice and a window into the lives of many superb strong interesting women.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Wishing you all very happy festive thoughts.</p> <p>Sally XX </p> <p></p> <p>ETA:&nbsp; Haha&nbsp; I relooked at my photos on my laptop rather than my phone.&nbsp; Very strange expression in photo 4!!</p>